Course Modules

This module aims to raise and explore research methods and issues within adventure education and introduces you to the notion of research paradigms. You will consider a range of traditions and gain a solid foundation of research design. You will […]

The aim of the module is for you to explore the experience of being in the outdoors from an emotional and wellbeing perspective. The restorative and therapeutic benefits of immersive experience will be examined and these will include creative activities,

You will explore current issues within the coaching process and consider their application within specific adventure sport activities. You will examine the practical scientific assessment tools to identify performer needs.

This module asks you to go beyond the traditional pedagogical strategies as directed by organisations that fellow teachers, coaches and facilitators would employ in delivering outdoor and adventure education. You will challenge conventional wisdom and critically appraise the basis for

This module aims to raise and explore research methods and issues within adventure education and introduces you to the notion of research paradigms. You will consider a range of traditions and gain a solid foundation of research design. You will

This module aims to examine the physiological challenge of performing in extreme and hostile environments and to examine how the human can exercise, maintain homeostasis and survive. It will explore the theoretical limits of human performance, looking to identify mechanisms

This module will approach the broad theme of wilderness from a number of perspectives and will challenge you to draw these together to construct your own transdisciplinary understanding.

Explore the issues surrounding physical education and its role in the health and activity agenda. Consideration of personal and social barriers and facilitators within and outside the school environment will also be given.

This module aims to develop your knowledge of fundamental movement skills (FMS) and child maturation. Emphasis will be placed on how Physical Education teachers and sport coaches facilitate developmentally appropriate pedagogy.

This module aims to analyse movement related to gymnastics and dance. You will explore gymnastics in its broadest sense within elements identified as formal, educational, sporting and rhythmic. You will use the application of biomechanical principles, including Laban technique, as